Curiosity-led, mess-positive.
Welcome to Art Camp!
Join us in July for five weeks of color, creativity, and community
at Bloomington Fine Art Supply’s first-ever summer camp!
Children in grades K–4 (rising), are invited to explore a different artistic theme each week for the month of July. We'll unpack all kinds of mediums, materials, and tools through hands-on projects, playful experimentation, and joyful self-expression.
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Camp Dates
Art Camp runs Monday through Friday, 9am to 1pm.
Session 1: June 30-July 3
Session 2: July 7-11
Session 3: July 14-18
Session 4: July 21-25
Session 5: July 28-August 1
Each day includes a lunch break and outdoor time in the courtyard at the FAR Center for Contemporary Art (weather permitting).
Whether your young artist is into painting, building, drawing, or mixing it all together, we've got activities planned that they're sure to enjoy, rain or shine!
Sessions + Topics
Session 1 | Color Splash: A bold and joyful dive into color
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We're kicking things off with vibrant hues, curious combinations, and the magic that happens when we mix, layer, and experiment. Through hands-on, sensory-rich play, campers will explore how colors interact––and how to create a palette all their own.
Session 2 | Nature's Toolbox: A closer look at the world around us
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This week draws inspiration from plants, animals, and the natural textures we find underfoot and overhead. Through tactile, nature-based art experiences, campers will explore organic shapes, earthy tones, and the beauty of bringing the outdoors into their artwork.
Session 3 | Imagination Station: The silly, the surreal, the totally made-up
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Our third week is all about tapping into big ideas and turning them into something visual. From wild creatures to imaginary lands, campers will dream boldly and bring their one-of-a-kind visions to life with open-ended materials and plenty of creative freedom.
Session 4 | Mixed Media Magic: Layer it. Stitch it. Build it. Blend it.
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This week celebrates the unexpected joy of combining materials in playful and inventive ways. Campers will experiment with texture, pattern, and form as they blend 2D and 3D materials into something tactile and completely their own.
Session 5 | Art In Motion: Art doesn’t have to sit still!
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This final, dynamic week is all about creativity that spins, moves, and comes to life. Campers will explore storytelling through motion, experiment with cause and effect, and create art that dances, flickers, and flies!
Pricing
As artists, Bloomington city residents, and parents ourselves, we're committed to keeping creative exploration accessible for all our neighbors.
We're thrilled to offer sliding scale pricing to support participating families.
We invite you to select the enrollment rate that is feasible for your budget—
no paperwork or proof required.
Admission includes all materials and supplies, as well as a camp t-shirt!
Community Rate: $150/week
Supporter Rate: $170/week
Sustainer Rate: $190/week
Session 1 is pro-rated to accommodate the Friday holiday closure.
Lunch Option
For just $6/day, skip the lunchbox scramble and treat your camper to a locally-sourced box lunch from our friends at Bloomingfoods!
We'll handle all the logistics—lunches are delivered to the studio and distributed by our staff, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
Each meal includes a hearty half-sandwich, chips, fruit, and a sweet treat. Plant-based, gluten-free, and other allergy-safe options are a cinch—you’ll choose your camper’s preferences during registration.
Prefer to pack your own? That’s fine too!